February 2017 Oak Leaf • Newsletter of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff Page 1UUCOC • 3839 W. Kiest, Dallas, TX 75233 (214) 337-2429 www.oakcliffuu.org • Rev. Mark Walz, Minister

CompassionWe are called to affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We hold that each is a unique individual, precious in his or her own right, entitled to be received by loving arms and to be guided with empathy and respect. These affirmations apply to our children as well. We take it as a duty incumbent on us all to provide love, care, and support so that our children may grow to be confident in themselves, and joined to a larger humanity that loves all life. Through our Worship Services, we deepen our journey.

FEBRUARY 2017Kathy Grey, Editor

newsletter@oakcliffuu.orgThe Oak Leaf

NEWSLETTER OF THE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF OAK CLIFF

SUNDAY SERVICE10am – 11am

AFTER THE SERVICE

Youth Religious Education11:05am – 12:15pm, Hope

Adult Talk-Back11:15am – Noon, Sanctuary

Adult Religious Education11:15am–Noon, Hope Chapel

Young Adult Gathering 12:30pm, Charity North

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February 5 – Beginning Again – As the Muppets wisely said in their version of A Christmas Carol, “The Glory around you is born again each day.” The world begins anew each day, and we can too. Creation is ongoing. It is a miracle that changes everything, again and again. Rev. Mark Walz will preach the sermon.

February 12 – Searching for Love and Hope – We are taught early on that to live fully, we must be seen as good or pretty, handsome or successful. We want to be accepted, valued, and to know love for who we genuinely are, and so we use hope and the possibility of love like crutches to hold us up. Like flowers waiting for rain, our hearts wait on love and hope. We need to let love and hope use us. Rev. Mark Walz will preach the sermon.

February 19 & 26 – Service by the Worship Ministry – Watch for eblasts with details. (Not receiving weekly eblasts? Sign up at www.OakCliffUU.org/email)

February Sunday Services

UPCOMING EVENTS

“Pete Seeger: The Power of Song”

Feb. 7, 7pm • See page 3

Jazz JamFeb. 12, 5–7pm • See page 5

Legislative Action DayFeb. 15 • See page 6

“From Selma to Stonewall”Feb. 26, • See page 7

Labyrinth Rededication March 19 • See page 5

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MONTHLY MEETINGS

Social Justice MinistryFeb. 12, 12:30pm, Hope

UUCOC Board Feb. 21, 7pm, Hope Chapel

Worship MinistryFeb. 26, 12:30pm, Hope

Labyrinth Walk CoffeeHouseFeb. 26, 12:30pm, Faith

Coordinating CouncilFeb. 28, 7pm, Faith Lobby

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Our 1st Quarter Beneficiary: The American Indian Movement of Central Texas (January) and Society of Native Nations (February and March). Yolanda Blue Horse, a member of the Lakota Nation, will speak to the congregation on February 12, and join us for our Social Justice Film on March 7. More information at www.societyofnations.org

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SHARE THE PLATE • February 12

Our congregational elections will be held in May, and the Leadership Development Committee is looking for candidates for all offices. That includes President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Trustee, Endowment Management Committee and Leadership Development Committee. If you would be willing to serve in any of these positions, please speak Barbara Fudge, Bobbi Blanch, Becky Brown, Susan Ammons or Robertus van der Wege.

– Submitted by Barbara FudgeLEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES and more

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SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY

Social Justice Updates – Anita Mills, Interim/Ad Hoc, Temporary Chair

FIRST TUESDAY SOCIAL JUSTICE FILMCo-sponsored by Dallas Peace & Justice Center

FREE SCREENINGFebruary 7, 7pm • Faith Sanctuary

PETE SEEGERTHE POWER OF SONG

InPeteSeeger:ThePowerofSong,DirectorJimBrownusesinterviews,archivalfootage,andhomemoviestodocumentthelifeofoneofthegreatestAmericansinger/songwriters.[UU]PeteSeegerwrotesomeofthebestknownsongsofthe"folkrevival,"including;WhereHaveAlltheFlowersGone,Turn,Turn,TurnandIfIHadAHammer.BobDylan,ArloGuthrie,JoanBaez,BonnieRaitt,BruceSpringsteen,NatalieMaines,andPeter,PaulandMaryarefeaturedinthiswonderfuldocumentary.

Seethetraileratwww.FirstTuesdayFilms.org

Announcements this month include:• Share the Plate for the 4th quarter of 2016 raised $385 for the LULAC Rainbow Council.• Share the Plate for the first quarter of 2017 will be split between the American Indian Movement of Central

Texas (January) and Society of Native Nations (February and March). Our March film will address issues of the environment and native lands.

• The February film is Pete Seeger: The Power of Song – tell your friends, and share on Facebook. (See below)

We will begin collecting batteries (Scott has a box in the booth) of all types, for recycling. Also, Kathy will be putting out a box to once again to collect empty printer cartridges (ink and toner) – they can be returned for credit, which could go to help with the church supplies budget as well as keeping cartridges out of the landfill.

We were disappointed to learn that there will be no Oak Cliff Earth Day this year – the organizing committee has decided to take a sabbatical and regroup. Also, we were unable to participate in the MLK Jr. parade this year, but we will begin planning for 2018 later this year.

Are you familiar with Guest at Your Table? It’s a program sponsored by the UU Service Committee to support work with refugees. Look for more information in the next month or so. The Social Justice Ministry will be coordinating with RE in bringing this to you.

Leadership Development is looking for a motivated, passionate individual to co-chair the Social Justice Ministry. Contact Robertus, Susan or Barbara if you are interested. The goal of the SJM is to be decentralized – that means that one person doesn’t do everything. Each member of the group who brings a project or cause is a “sponsor” and the group supports them in their efforts.

The Social Justice Ministry meets on the 2nd Sunday of each month, at approximately 12:30pm. All are welcome!Next meeting: February 12, 12:30pm, in Hope Chapel.

NTUUC (North Texas Unitarian Universalist Congregations) is urging all UUs and friends to participate in Legislative Action Day, February 15, to lobby our legislators on three key issues: Reproductive Justice, Immigration/Refugee Justice, and Income Inequality/Economic Justice. (See page 6.) NTUUC is sponsoring two buses at no charge to participants (though donations will be accepted to defray costs), with lunch on your own. We will be briefed on how to talk with our legislators. To register to attend and sign up for a seat on the bus, go to www.TXUUJM.org/LAD

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ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

– Submitted by Kathy KinKaid

Adult RE continues with Renée Brill's class:

New to UU: The 7 Principles ~ The 1-2-3 of UUA great way to get to know more about the UU Faith Tradition, this class meets Sundays in the Hope Building from 11:15-12:15.

WOMEN OF UU • Every 3rd Thursday • 7-8:30pm in Hope ChapelJoin us as we come together for friendship, social responsibility, and sacred space. It’s MORE than a

meeting. It’s MORE than a party. It’s sharing life experience and learning ways to work together. Let’s create the women's group uniquely designed for Oak Cliff UU.

For more information, contact Kathy KinKaid, Dirctor of Lifespan RE at youth.re@oakliffuu.org‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐

Plus: Women in Cinema • Every 3rd Sunday at 12:30pm, Hope

YOUTH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

February in RE is all about LOVE Kids of all ages are preparing Valentine cards for our State Representatives that will be hand delivered at our state capitol Feb. 15th by buses of North Texas UUs. (See page 6 for info on the trip.)

Come explore the Who Am I? bulletin board in Hope, where legendary African American leaders are honored. See if you can remember their place in history and share memories with the young people to provide a continuum for creativity, boldness, and purpose as we continue to work with the transforming power of love.

We are always welcoming visitors, mentors & child care assistants. You learn so much more as you teach! If you would like to come on board as part of our RE Team, please contact DLRE Kathy KinKaid: youth.re@oakcliffuu.org

UUs at GA in NOLA in 2017!Unitarian Universalists from across the country will gather in New Orleans June 21-25 for our annual General Assembly. Registration for the event will open March 1. More information, including the schedule, registration and housing options are all available at uua.org/ga Can’t make New Orleans? Upcoming GAs: June 20-24: 2018 Kansas City, MO June 19-23: 2019 Spokane, WA

Photos by Kathy KinKaid

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LABYRINTH WALK COFFEE HOUSE

If you enjoy playing, singing, or just listening to jazz, this will be a real treat! Bring your wine or beer and a snack for yourself or to share. (Nothing to bring? Don’t worry — there’s always plenty! Please come anyway!)Players: Bring your instruments of choice, voice, and your Real Books (Hal Leonard 6th edition VOL I & II) and join in the fun. If you want to try something new, bring it along as well. All tips are distributed evenly among the performers. You are welcome whatever your level of expertise! RSVP if possible to jazzjam2016@labyrinthwalkcoffeehouse.com so we will know how many musicians to expect. Come planning on having a great time and hearing some of the finest musicians in the Metroplex.

It’s FREE! It’s FUN!

Kathy

Labyrinth Rehab — Finishing touchesWe will be doing a bit of landscaping in the next few weeks, and adding some signage describing the history of our labyrinth and asking that all be respectful of this sacred space. Thank you, Wednesday work crew for your help completing the paths! Special thanks to Richard for the special rocks!A Labyrinth Rededication is scheduled for March 19, after the service, with pot luck lunch.

JAZZ JAM

Mark your calendar for February 12

Every Second Sunday, 5-7pmFaith Sanctuary

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Photo by RIchard Thompson

Photos by Kathy Grey

We need more greeters!Welcome people on Sunday morning, invite visitors to sign the guest book, and hand out the bulletin. It’s a very important job, but just requires a smiling face.See Judy or Gene Dailey at (wait for it) .... the Greeter’s Desk!

The Labyrinth Walk Psychic & Holistic Fair returns April 23, 3-6pm. See www.LabyrinthWalkPsychicFair.com closer to the date as participants and vendors are finalized.

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VAUDEVILLE NIGHT • August 27, 2016

Our annual LWCH fundraiser. 8:00 pm. Admission $10.

This month, UUs from across Texas will converge on Austin to make our voices and values heard by state lawmakers. In 2015, over 100 UUs from 21 Texas congregations gathered at the Capitol in Austin for the first ever TXUUJM Legislative Action Day, and 2017 is going to be even more memorable. We will be offering round-trip bus transportation from the Dallas/Ft. Worth area to Austin. We are making a request for a “love offering” of $10 dollars — less if you need to, more if you can, to help underwrite the trip. If enough people sign up we can take two buses instead of just one! Act now to save your seat. To register, please visit www.TXUUJM.org/LADUPDATE: Want to carpool to Arlington to catch the (2nd) NTUUC bus to Austin? See Anita at church or email her at SocialJustice@OakCliffUU.org

Photo from LAD Photo from LAD 2015 • Charles Wicker

WOMEN’S MARCH ON AUSTIN • January 21, 2017

Need a Standing on the Side of Love shirt?They're just $12, or two for $20

Please note, if you don't see your size in stock, please email us and let us know the size and how many you wish to order.

Order at www.ntuuc.org/tshirts or email executive@ntuuc.org

Texas UU Legislative Action

DayFebruary 15, 2017

Join us on the NTUUC bus!

NORTH TEXAS UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATIONS

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Shambhala Heart of RecoveryThe Heart of Recovery is a meditation and discussion group that seeks to unite formal meditation practiceand mindfulness with the myriad paths of recovery from addiction and compulsive behavior.Attendees may remain anonymous and we will always explore the relationship of meditation and mindfulness to our individual paths of recovery in complete confidentiality.Wisdom from all forms of recovery (including 12-Step Programs) will be welcomed into the Heart of Recovery via the experience and sharing of its members but we are not affiliated with any one specific program of recovery.The Heart of Recovery welcomes anyone interested in making the effort to abstain from compulsive/addictive behavior that seeks to integrate the strength, clarity, and basic goodness of meditation into their recovery.

S P E C I A L S C R E E N I N G

AND MORE…

Sundays, 6 –7pm • Meditation Hall, Charity Building

Meeting format includes: • Meditation instruction and practice• A topic offering in the form of a brief share, talk or a reading• Sharing of personal experience and exploration by group

members• Serenity Closing

Tickets online at http://bit.ly/2juS4FY